What We Do

RDRS Bangladesh implements a comprehensive and integrated development approach, empowering communities through five core programmatic pillars. Our work is designed to create sustainable change and improve the quality of life for the most vulnerable.

Our Key Achievements

Over five decades of dedicated service has earned us recognition and trust from communities and partners worldwide.

Excellence in Development

Recognized by international organizations for outstanding contribution to rural development

Global Partnerships

Collaborating with UN agencies, World Bank, and other international development partners

Institutional Strength

Over 50 years of institutional experience with strong governance and transparency

Community Trust

Deep-rooted community relationships built on trust, participation, and mutual respect

Our Thematic Areas

Comprehensive programs designed to address the root causes of poverty and create lasting positive change.

Skills, Employment, and Entrepreneurship

RDRS Bangladesh focuses on building the capacity of youth and marginalized communities through comprehensive skills development programs. Our approach includes vocational training, entrepreneurship development, and job placement services. We work to create sustainable livelihood opportunities that enable individuals to break the cycle of poverty and achieve economic independence.

15,000+
Youth Trained
85%
Job Placement Rate
200+
Training Centers

Key Projects & Initiatives

Youth Skills Development Program

Objective:

To provide market-relevant skills training to unemployed youth.

Target Beneficiaries:

Young men and women aged 18-35 from rural communities.

Duration:

2022-2025

Budget:

$2.5M

Women Entrepreneurship Initiative

Objective:

To support women in starting and scaling their own businesses.

Target Beneficiaries:

Women from marginalized communities and microfinance clients.

Duration:

2023-2026

Budget:

$1.8M

Digital Literacy Program

Objective:

To enhance digital skills for better employment opportunities.

Target Beneficiaries:

Rural youth and women seeking modern employment.

Duration:

2024-2027

Budget:

$1.2M

Impact Stories

Real stories of transformation and positive change from the communities we serve.

Transforming Lives Through Skills Training
Rangpur District

Transforming Lives Through Skills Training

How our vocational training program helped 500 youth find sustainable employment in the textile industry.

Climate-Resilient Farming Success
Kurigram District

Climate-Resilient Farming Success

Farmers increase crop yields by 60% using climate-smart agricultural techniques and drought-resistant seeds.

Women's Economic Empowerment
Lalmonirhat District

Women's Economic Empowerment

Microfinance program enables 1,000 women to start their own businesses and become financially independent.

Radio Chilmari 99.2 FM

Radio Chilmari serves as a vital community radio station dedicated to development, education, and cultural preservation. Broadcasting in local languages, it provides essential information on health, agriculture, education, and social issues while celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the region.

18 hrs
Daily Broadcasting
500K+
Regular Listeners
15+
Program Categories

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